Free Concert Series (for your smartphone, computer)
April 20, 2016
The Upstate of South Carolina has a new free concert series called “The Downtown Jam™” focused on local singer-songwriters in the Upstate, but you won’t need a ticket to enjoy…
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South Carolina REALTORS® release March market reports
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) released its March housing market data. The reports show buyers are increasing, but their options are limited. New listings were up nine percent…
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Studio 2LR, Inc. Architecture + Interiors earns three AIA South Carolina Design Awards
April 20, 2016
Studio 2LR, an architecture and interior design firm with an emphasis on sustainable contemporary design, recently earned three design awards from The South Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of…
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Kid’s Day of Lexington, Saturday, April 30
April 20, 2016LEXINGTON, SC – The 16th annual Kid’s Day of Lexington will take place Saturday, April 30, 2016, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Virginia Hylton Park in Lexington. Kid’s…
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Marlboro and Greenwood join initiative to improve college access for rural students
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Marlboro High School in Marlboro and Emerald High School in Greenwood have joined the Rural Innovative Schools initiative led by the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. The…
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Marlboro and Greenwood join initiative to improve college access for rural students
April 20, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Marlboro High School in Marlboro and Emerald High School in Greenwood have joined the Rural Innovative Schools initiative led by the South Carolina Council on Competitiveness. The…
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CSU Class of 2016 graduates May 7
April 20, 2016
Charleston Southern University will confer approximately 650 degrees Saturday, May 7 at 10 a.m.at the North Charleston Coliseum. Carolyn D. Hunter, president of C & A Unlimited, Inc., and owner…
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Is Physical Inactivity the New Smoking in South Carolina?
April 20, 2016
By Daniel Bornstein, Ph.D. Second phase of U.S. Physical Activity Plan released on April 20, but there’s no SC plan in sight If smoking isn’t tolerated in South Carolina…
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Rick Day receives Herman J. Hoose Distinguished Service Award
April 20, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – The Southern District Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) held their 64th Annual Meeting on April 10-13th in Nashville, Tennessee during which they present the winners of their annual…
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Finally Friday Free Concert Series Returns!
April 20, 2016The Finally Friday Free Concert Series returns to the grounds of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) on April 29 with a Camden favorite, Reflections. The concert will…
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Slaughter hired to lead Greenville Literacy Association
April 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – The Board of Directors of the Greenville Literacy Association has named Jocelyn Slaughter as Executive Director. As chief executive officer, Slaughter will provide strategic leadership and manage…
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TD Bank names Henry Givens Area Executive for Berkeley and Dorchester Counties
April 20, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, has hired Henry Givens, Senior Commercial Relationship Manager, and has named him Area Executive for Berkeley and Dorchester Counties in South Carolina.…
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United Community Bank adds experienced local banker Russ Williams to Greenville team
April 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank is pleased to welcome Russ Williams to the Greenville team as Senior Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. Williams joins United Community Bank with more…
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Zaptec and ITIC to Collaborate on Smart Charging Technology
April 20, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zaptec of Norway to mutually work on smart charging technology solutions for electric vehicles.…
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Finally Friday Free Concert Series Returns!
April 20, 2016
The Finally Friday Free Concert Series returns to the grounds of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) on April 29 with a Camden favorite, Reflections. The concert will…
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Kid’s Day of Lexington, Saturday, April 30
April 20, 2016
LEXINGTON, SC – The 16th annual Kid’s Day of Lexington will take place Saturday, April 30, 2016, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Virginia Hylton Park in Lexington. Kid’s…
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United Community Bank adds experienced local banker Russ Williams to Greenville team
April 20, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank is pleased to welcome Russ Williams to the Greenville team as Senior Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. Williams joins United Community Bank with more…
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Zaptec and ITIC to Collaborate on Smart Charging Technology
April 20, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zaptec of Norway to mutually work on smart charging technology solutions for electric vehicles.…
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Shafer Huguley names new Project Coordinator
April 19, 2016
Shafer Huguley Marketing Communications is pleased to welcome Ashlyn Byrne as Project Coordinator. Byrne brings an array of creative skills, along with valuable planning and project management experience. “Ashlyn has…
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Lexington County Sheriff’s Department announces promotions
April 19, 2016
Lexington County Sheriff Jay Koon recently promoted five deputies and four correctional officers. Reggie Lighty, 39, has been promoted to field training officer in the Lexington County Detention Center. Lighty,…
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Blythewood Middle School teacher receives national attention
April 19, 2016
Blythewood Middle school English Language Arts/Social Studies teacher Mrs. Tristan Richardson has been selected as a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Summer Scholar from a national applicant pool to…
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Blackbaud’s innovative crowdfundraising solution empowers cyclists as they peddle across the country for charities
April 19, 2016New virtual team-cycling challenge helps participants raise funds for their charity of choice everydayhero™, a Blackbaud, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLKB) company and innovative crowdfundraising platform, today announced a new 31-day…
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Converse College announces UNC Charlotte leader as tenth president
April 19, 2016
The Converse College Board of Trustees announced the selection of Krista Newkirk, J.D., currently the chief of staff for the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, as the College’s tenth…
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Blythewood Middle School nurse receives Richland Two Culture of Excellence Award
April 19, 2016
Congratulations to Blythewood Middle School Nurse Beth Gladden, RN on her receipt of the Richland Two Culture of Excellence Award. Nurse Gladden was recognized for her exceptional contribution to her…
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Wofford alumnus James Scott named Pulitzer finalist
April 19, 2016
Author of acclaimed ‘Target Tokyo’ James Scott’s cellphone dinged numerous times Monday afternoon while he was helping his daughter with her homework. When he finally took notice, he was…
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Bowl for Kids’ Sake a striking success, raising more than $58,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia
April 19, 2016
Volunteers and community members came out on April 9th to show support and raise money at Bowl for Kids’ Sake, supporting the mentoring work of Big Brothers Big Sisters of…
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Net income shows improvement for South Atlantic Bancshares
April 19, 2016
South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK), parent of South Atlantic Bank, reported net income of $496,913 or $0.14 per diluted share for the three months ended March 31, 2016, compared…
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Zaptec and ITIC to collaborate on smart charging technology
April 19, 2016
The International Transportation Innovation Center (ITIC) in Greenville, S.C. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Zaptec of Norway to mutually work on smart charging technology solutions for electric vehicles. Zaptec…
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Duke Energy and Reading Is Fundamental partner to boost childhood reading skills
April 19, 2016– Program to be piloted in South Carolina’s Pee Dee region – More than 3,000 second graders expected to participate – Program reflects a $400,000 investment by Duke Energy …
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Scott votes to strengthen airport security in FAA Reauthorization Bill
April 19, 2016
U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) voted for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act (S. 2658) which includes bipartisan airport security and passenger-friendly provisions, as well as aviation safety reforms. …
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South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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South Carolina business community letter to General Assembly regarding S.1203
April 19, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Chamber, South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, South Carolina Economic Developers Association, South Carolina Hospital Association, and the Charleston, Clemson, Columbia, Greenville, Greenwood, Myrtle Beach, North…
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Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer awarded commercial management of Matrix Business Center in Piedmont, South Carolina
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer has been selected by Dalfen America Corp for the commercial property management of Matrix Business Center in Piedmont, South Carolina. The 71,809 square…
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Two Colliers International Marketing Coordinators receive CPMC designation
April 19, 2016
The designation, received after a year of extensive training, increases Colliers’ property marketing edge Colliers International’s Kirstin Clark and Brooke McAbee received the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) designation from…
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Two Colliers International Marketing Coordinators receive CPMC designation
April 19, 2016
The designation, received after a year of extensive training, increases Colliers’ property marketing edge Colliers International’s Kirstin Clark and Brooke McAbee received the Commercial Property Marketing Certification (CPMC) designation from…
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LawyerLisa attorney earns certification in Elder Law
April 19, 2016The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) – the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer certification in the area of elder law – has announced that Lisa…
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Columbia Mini Maker Faire shows off regional creativity on May 21
April 19, 2016Meet some of South Carolina’s Most Interesting Tinkerers, Creators and Inventors Columbia Mini Maker Faire, an all-ages festival of DIY tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers and artists, will be…
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Watson Tate Savory earns four AIA awards in 2016
April 19, 2016
Watson Tate Savory (WTS) is pleased to have recently received four awards from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for Design Excellence. On Friday, April 15, the AIA South Carolina…
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ReWa names Greg Wright Engineering Director
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has recently named Greg Wright, PE as Engineering Director after his dedicated service as Engineering Manager for the past five years. Wright holds…
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Charleston Area SBDC is named National SBDC of the year
April 19, 2016
The Small Business Administration has named the Charleston Area Small Business Development Center the 2016 National SBDC Center of Excellence and Innovation as announced by SBA administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet. The…
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Lantern Parade & More at 701 CCA
April 19, 2016
When: Thursday, April 21, 8:15pm Where: Assemble at the railroad tunnel at Lady and Lincoln Street in the Vista What: Lantern Parade group performance during Artista Vista What else: Lanterns will…
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Columbia Mini Maker Faire shows off regional creativity on May 21
April 19, 2016
Meet some of South Carolina’s Most Interesting Tinkerers, Creators and Inventors Columbia Mini Maker Faire, an all-ages festival of DIY tech enthusiasts, crafters, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers and artists, will be…
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LawyerLisa attorney earns certification in Elder Law
April 19, 2016
The National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) – the only organization approved by the American Bar Association to offer certification in the area of elder law – has announced that Lisa…
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ReWa names Greg Wright Engineering Director
April 19, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) has recently named Greg Wright, PE as Engineering Director after his dedicated service as Engineering Manager for the past five years. Wright holds…
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Immedion hires Jay Orr as Account Executive
April 18, 2016
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of data center services including Cloud, colocation and managed services, announced today the hiring of Jay Orr as Account Executive for Immedion’s Charleston location. In…
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas breaks ground on “Building Hope” expansion project
April 18, 2016
RMHC of the Carolinas broke ground on its $3.5 million capital campaign expansion project today. The expansion will allow the Ronald McDonald House, located in Greenville, S.C., to double the amount…
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Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation announces Business Plan Center
April 18, 2016
The Tri-County Entrepreneurial Development Corporation has announced their new Business Plan Center. The Business Plan Center, located in the Oconee Business Center, will be a venue where clients have a…
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Dr. Julie Hartman receives Child Abuse Prevention Grant
April 18, 2016
Dr. Julie Hartman, teacher education professor and program coordinator for early care and development and early childhood education programs at Bob Jones University, recently received a grant awarded by the…
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Furman Mathematics Professor Hutson wins SCICU Teaching Award
April 18, 2016Dr. Kevin Hutson, Professor of Mathematics at Furman University, has been awarded a 2016 Excellence in Teaching Award from the South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities (SCICU) organization. SCICU annually…
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Columbia College Koalas win AAC Lacrosse Tournament Championship
April 18, 2016
Stellar goalkeeping from senior Natalie Dubas and four goals from junior Kendra Blackstock lifted second-seeded Columbia to the 2016 Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Women’s Lacrosse Tournament championship, defeating top-ranked Tennessee Wesleyan 8-5 on Saturday,…
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